Joe F. Ximenez passed away at his home on Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Floresville, Texas, at the age of 79. He was born on November 12, 1946, in Wilson County, to David Ximenez Sr. and Beatrice Flores Ximenez.

Joe began his education as a member of the Lodi school district where he attended for several years. On August 10, 1968, he married Gloria Rodriguez and together they began building a life and family. His life of service began as a young man when he proudly served his country in the United States Army where he served as a Medic. Following his military service, he dedicated 40 years of service to Budweiser Beer Industry and was known as the “Bud Man” of Wilson County. As his sons were growing up, you would either find Joe coaching Floresville Little League or active on the field playing for the Knights of Columbus and the legendary Bud Kings. Joe then briefly served as a Deputy under Sheriff Tackitt. In the community, he served on the Wilson County Memorial Hospital Board, Floresville Independent School District (FISD) school board, contributed employment at the City of Floresville and Richardson Brothers. He later ended his employment career as Municipal Judge for the City of Floresville prior to retirement.

Joe was preceded into death by his parents; David Ximenez Sr. and Beatrice F. Ximenez, siblings: brother, David F. Ximenez Jr. (Gloria P. Ximenez); his sisters, Evangelina X. Gonzales (Cleto), Elia X. Castro (Eligio), Julia X. Aranda (Alejos), Alicia Trevino (Salvador); and granddaughter, Baby Crystal Ximenez. He is survived by his wife, Gloria R. Ximenez, children Mario Ximenez (Sandra) and Mark Ximenez (Norma), all of Floresville. Grandchildren, Ashley Talley (Justin), Amber Lerma (Joey), and Miranda Ximenez; great-grandchildren, Aubrey Lerma, Jagger Talley, Abigail Lerma and Logan Talley; grandpups, Agnus, Blanca, and Chicky, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

A visitation will be held at 9:30 am at Franklin Funeral Home on August 31, 2026, followed by the Holy Rosary at 10:00 am. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio.

Serving as pallbearers are Vincent Trevino Sr., Paul Castro, Eligio Castro Jr., Levi Serna Jr., Anthony Marroquin and Benny Ximenez Jr.

Serving as honorary pallbearers are Ashley Talley, Amber Lerma, and Miranda Ximenez.